Scrum Master

About the Team
We are hiring for the role of a Technical PM / SM (Project Manager/Scrum Master)   strong project management skills backed with sound understanding of the SDLC(Software Development Life Cycle), its application and having predominant experience of managing waterfall / hybrid projects.


About the Role

A Project Manager with Agile and Scrum Master experience is sought to lead pensions-related projects focusing on delivery from strategy through execution. The role involves coordinating teams, managing comprehensive project plans, communicating progress and risks, facilitating Scrum ceremonies, and fostering collaboration. Candidates should have at least three years of solid project management experience, strong communication and leadership skills, expertise in software development lifecycle and Agile practices, and proficiency with tools like Microsoft Project and JIRA.


Roles and Responsivities:- 

• Agile Leadership:

  • Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Reviews, Retrospectives).

  • Promote transparency, continuous improvement, and team empowerment.

  • Ensure backlog grooming and sprint goals are aligned with product vision.
     

• Project Management:

  • Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets.

  • Track milestones, deliverables, and dependencies using tools like JIRA, Microsoft Project, and Excel

  • Manage risks, issues, and RAID logs.

  • Provide status reports and dashboards to senior leadership and stakeholders.
     

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  • Coordinate across multiple functional teams to resolve blockers  

  • Resolve resource conflicts and foster team cohesion.

  • Lead planning workshops and facilitate decision-making.
     

• Technical Competencies:
   
  • Deep understanding of SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle)
  • Proficiency in Agile tools: JIRA, Confluence, etc
  • Familiarity with Waterfall and Agile hybrid models and able to identify the best methodology between the 2 as the need arise.
  • Highly experiences with software delivery, enhancements, and implementations.
  • Strong documentation skills  
     

• Non-Technical Competencies:

  • Leadership and team motivation.
  • Conflict resolution and facilitation.
  • Situational awareness and adaptability.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement.
     

• People Skills:

  • Ability to build strong working relationships, with IT and business managers.
  • Ability to influence, network and collaborate with stakeholders.
  • Negotiation and persuasion skills.
  • Excellent and effective communication.

Bachelor’s degree in any stream.
Good to Have: PMP / Scrum Master certified. 
 

The Application Process

• Stage 1: Online application and recruiter review
• Stage 2: Pre-recorded video interview
• Stage 3: Live video or in person interview with hiring manager and team
• Stage 4: Offer and onboarding

We’re committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please e-mail candidatehelpdesk@wtwco.com